Asian-style Pickled Melons

Ingredients

 * 1 cup water
 * 1 cup cider vinegar
 * 1 cup grainulated sugar
 * 1 cup slivered fresh ginger
 * 2 tsp non-iodized salt
 * 4 cups melon pieces, cut into 2x½-inch pieces

Directions

 * 1) Place water, vinegar, sugar, ginger and salt in a large saucepan.
 * 2) Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook for 5 minutes.
 * 3) Add melon, and cook for 5 minutes more.
 * 4) Remove from heat, and set aside to cool.
 * 5) When cool enough to handle, pack in sterilized glass jar or jars, and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.